MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL
Mechanism of action
And inhibits their proliferation
Thereby suppressing cell-mediated immune responses and antibody formation
MPA depletes guanosine nucleotides preferentially in T and B lymphocytes
Inhibitor of inosine-5- monophosphate dehydrogenase
Indications
Lupus erythematosus
Pemphigus vulgaris
Chronic idiopathic urticaria
Myasthenia gravis
Polymyositis
Atopic dermatitis
Uveitis and vasculitis
Contraindications
Herpes simplex infection
Cytomegalovirus
Cancer or malignancy
Decrease function of bone marrow
Fungal infection
Side effects
Constipation
Stomach pain or swelling
Nausea and vomiting
Insomnia
Pain, especially in the back muscles, or joints
Headache
Route
Orally
Storage
25 degrees celcius
Away from light
Away from moisture